Registered Nurse- Temp Full Time - Geriatric Outreach

southlake; Newmarket; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/onsite work

Health and dental benefits

HOOPP pension

Wellness programs

Job summary

Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, Ontario, seeks a Registered Nurse for a temporary, full-time geriatric outreach role. You will deliver direct patient care and coordinate in-home assessments with the care team.

Ideal candidates hold a BScN, active CNO registration, BCLS (ACLS preferred), and 3–5 years of geriatric experience; a driver’s license and knowledge of community services are required.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred and current RN license in Ontario (CNO).
• Active BCLS certification; ACLS preferred.
• 3–5 years of geriatric experience in acute/community settings.
• Strong knowledge of community services for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in home/community based on CNO standards.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team for complex cases.
• Perform in-home assessments and link to community resources.
• Document health status and develop/monitor Plan of Care.
• Support orientation of new staff and students.

Skills

Physical assessment

Geriatric care

Critical thinking

Time management

Education

BScN preferred

Registered Nurse with CNO

BCLS certified

ACLS certificate preferred

3–5 years geriatric experience

MoCA certification within 3 months

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Category: Nursing

Hospital Location: Newmarket ON

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time

Number of Positions: 1

Union: ONA RN

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $41.15 - $58.98

Why Join Our Team?

• A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety.
• Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable).
• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

About the role:

The Registered Nurse (RN) role models clinical excellence and the core competencies of the practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), as well as the policies and procedures of Southlake Regional Health Centre (Southlake). The RN works collaboratively as a member of the health care team. The RN provides direct patient care to patients based on the three-factor framework as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario standard, RN and RPN Practice: The Client, Nurse and the Environment. These three factors have an impact on decision making related to care-provider assignment as well as the need for consultation and collaboration among care providers. All nurses make a commitment to lifelong learning.

The RN works as a member of a specialized, inter-professional geriatric outreach team providing assessment, consultation and education services to older adults, demonstrating age-related complexities and/or frailty in their home environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Functions in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures, including emergency codes.
• Ensures that practice is consistent with entry to practice competencies, standards of practice, guidelines and legislation.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and all members of the healthcare team.
• Practices collaboratively with members of the healthcare team to provide elements of care for patients/clients with complex health issues
• Practices collaboratively with other members of the interprofessional health care team.
• Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed.
• Collects all relevant clinical information in preparation for in-home/community assessment
• Provides comprehensive in-home assessment to seniors, considering their physical, emotional, perceptual and cognitive needs- Facilitates linkages between the patient and suitable community resources
• Contributes to the assessment and documentation of each patient's health status on an ongoing basis.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care and evaluates its ongoing effectiveness.
• Acts as a role model and champion to identify and integrate safe, best practices into daily activities to foster the delivery of safe and exemplary care.
• Assists in the orientation/preceptorship of new staff members and students
• Effectively utilizes human and material resources
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical pathways
• Provides consultation and/or clinical support to peers as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Manager/delegate.

What you bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BscN) preferred
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse
• BCLS current certification required
• Current ACLS certificate preferred
• Excellent physical assessment skills
• Willingness to obtain certification to administer cognitive testing i.e. (Montreal Cognitive Assessment - MoCA); to be successfully completed within three (3) months of hire and supported financially, if required
• Three to Five years of current/recent geriatric experience (acute medicine and community) required
• Strong knowledge of community-based services available to seniors required
• Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle required for community visits
• Excellence in delivering evidence-based, patient/family inspired care
• Proven ability to advocate for clients and families
• Demonstrates skill and interest in working with the geriatric population and/or people who are challenged by physical, emotional, perceptual and cognitive difficulties
• Working knowledge of the Regulated Health Professions Act, Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act and Substitute Decisions Act
• Possess an attitude of respect and inclusivity towards clients with varied backgrounds, abilities and educational status
• Demonstrates excellent problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as an interprofessional team member in a fast paced demanding environment